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Robin Spagnola poses with her husband, Carmen Spagnola, who earned the Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch's Stephen J. Garber Award. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • June 12, 2019
Club News: Lakewood Ranch Rotary celebrates members

Cascades' women hold food drive

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • June 12, 2019
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, June 13

Take a look at our favorite arts and entertainment events taking place this week in Sarasota and Venice — from a one-night-only Venice Theatre show to an exhibit at Wyland Gallery.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • Pam Nadon
  • June 11, 2019
'The Souvenir' is an emotional roller-coaster ride of a commentary on addiction

This logic-defying film, "The Souvenir," is interesting yet doesn't take the time to dive into the characters' backstories.

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  • Reviews
The organization that operates the Sarasota County Fairgrounds is actively exploring options for improving the property — including the possible construction of a new cultural facility.
    By
  • David Conway
  • June 11, 2019
Plotting future, fairgrounds open to orchestra discussions

The Sarasota County Agricultural Fair Association is willing to consider the possibility of building a new Sarasota Orchestra music center near Robarts Arena.

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Jeffrey Kahane conducts a group of performers during the Sarasota Music Festival. Courtesy photo
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • June 11, 2019
Sarasota Orchestra announces Jeffrey Kahane’s extended contract and new role

Jeffrey Kahane, the music director for Sarasota Orchestra's Sarasota Music Festival, extended his festival leadership contract and was named artistic advisor to the Gulf Coast-based symphony.

  • Arts + Culture
Workers began this week tearing down portions of the former gas station at Broadway Street and Gulf of Mexico Drive.
    By
  • Sten Spinella
  • June 11, 2019
Former Longboat Key gas station closer to becoming Whitney's restaurant

Demolition of a structure at the Broadway Street and Gulf of Mexico Drive intersection began on Monday.

  • Longboat Key
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Mary Pat Radford, Paul and Jenni Hudson attended the 2009 UnGala Gala.
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • June 11, 2019
The Ringling's UnGala returns this October

The Ringling's UnGala: The Evolution is coming to The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art courtyard Oct. 19.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Sten Spinella
  • June 11, 2019
Two suspects arrested in Longboat Key burglaries following investigation

South Florida men were identified after collaboration from multiple law enforcement agencies and a mix of methods.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • June 11, 2019
Wallendas to perform high-wire walk over Times Square

Two Sarasota siblings will take their act up to 25 stories in New York.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • June 11, 2019
Sarasota Bradenton airport updates pet regulations

The new rules will apply to all animals except trained service animals.

  • Sarasota
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Lynn Nottage has two Pulitzer prizes. Courtesy photo
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • June 11, 2019
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe reading will honor black playwrights

WBTT joins theaters across the country in Project1VOICE to honor the voice of African-American playwrights through 'Crumbs from the Table of Joy.'

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • June 11, 2019
Longboat Key Cops Corner: Where's the fire, Mack?

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
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"Around the World in 80 Days" runs through June 23. Photo by Andrew Billington
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • June 10, 2019
Asolo Rep's 'Around the World in 80 Days' takes all generations on a fun trip

Laura Eason’s adaptation of Jules Verne’s novel takes Asolo Repertory Theatre audiences on a voyage of imagination.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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The 23.4-acre site is known as "Graceland" and will be purchase for $2.55 million.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • June 10, 2019
Conservation Foundation under contract for 'Graceland'

Sarasota organization needs $2.5 million by end of June.

  • East County
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • June 10, 2019
Manatee School District adds well-being program

Employee program supports improved health for school district employees.

  • East County
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